Resilient Cities and Climate
“Global change must start from the ground up” – Bringing the Discussion Closer to Home at the World Urban Forum 12
In an exclusive interview with URBANET, Executive Director of UN-Habitat Anacláudia Rossbach shares highlights of this year’s World Urban Forum and why accelerating localisation of the SDGs lies at the heart of the conference.
Colombian Cities Weave Nature Back into Their Urban Fabric
Unless cities adapt, many citizens will face a grim future emphasised by extreme weather events. In Colombia, cities count on ecosystem restoration to adjust to climate change.
Campinas Turns Trash into Treasure with Bold Green Space Initiative
In Campinas, a linear parks programme has been breathing new life into forgotten spaces, turning them into thriving green areas that bring people closer to nature and each other. By Gabriel Neves
Road Safety and Technology Go Hand in Hand
Pereira, Colombia, is pioneering a photodetection initiative with lifesaving cameras to transform road safety and driver behaviour, setting a bold example for smart urban mobility in the digital age. By Marcela Neira Medina
TUMI Lab Success Story: Data-Driven Urban Planning Transforms Cities
Imagine buses that dodge flooded streets and outsmart traffic jams. Hannah Behr takes us to Ho Chi Minh City, where this is becoming reality. The TUMI Lab uses big data revolutionise urban mobility, making the city resilient to climate challenges.
Harnessing Opportunities and Reducing Risks: Using Artificial Intelligence for Local Climate Action
Nidhi Misra unveils how AI is revolutionising urban climate action. From Rome's pollinator projects to Fortaleza's smart bike lanes, discover how cities are harnessing AI's power to create sustainable futures.